Howard Parent School Association

HPSA Officer, Event, & Fundraising Positions Descriptions

Howard Parent School Association

HPSA Officer, Event, & Fundraising Positions Descriptions

Who we are and what we do!

HPSA exists to enhance the educational experience of our students and promote a strong community between staff and families of Howard Elementary. These positions are ESSENTIAL to our ability to meet our mission. Fundraising generates much needed funds. Events are the heart of what we do--it builds school spirit and a shared community!

HPSA Family Rollerskating Event

Howard teachers, students, and families got together for a fun afternoon of rollerskating (for FREE) courtesy of your HPSA!

Family Fitness Night

Warm up on a winter evening at school while doing hula hoops, zumba, and other fun, moving activities. Facilitated by the YMCA; sponsored by your HPSA!

Multi-cultural Family Pot Luck

A true opportunity to celebrate the rich diversity we have at Howard while sharing some yummy food!

HPSA Family Rollerskating Event

Howard teachers, students, and families got together for a fun afternoon of rollerskating (for FREE) courtesy of your HPSA!

Family Fitness Night

Warm up on a winter evening at school while doing hula hoops, zumba, and other fun, moving activities. Facilitated by the YMCA; sponsored by your HPSA!

Multi-cultural Family Pot Luck

A true opportunity to celebrate the rich diversity we have at Howard while sharing some yummy food!

Officer Positions

Position Descriptions:

President

Overview– The role is primarily that of a leader, motivator and organizer. The majority of decisions are made by a majority vote of the Board members. The president role requires frequent access to e-mail, availability by phone, as well as the ability to see the big picture; a committment to being a positive role model, and the vision to see how each decision will impact the organization as a whole.

* Serve as a leader and key contact for the HPSA;

* Leads HPSA meetings;

* Ensures planning for uncoming events or fundraisers are going smoothy and on-target;

* Reviews last year's minutes for consistency in planning;

* Leads/assigns special projects;

* Troubleshoots and resolves issues;

* Work with school principal/secretary on matters pertaining to HPSA;

* Attends all Parent Advisory Council Meetings (PAC);

* Creates and facilitates a presentation for new parents at the Kindergarten Orientation;

* Responds to emails, calls, and texts;

* Acts as a positive liaison of school principal and teachers;

* Strives to fill all open positions.

Vice President

Overview--This is a primary leadership and support role. The VP serves as the President in the future, and perform the duties of the President in their absence.

* Assists President and other board members;

* Communicates openly with HPSA, officers, and staff;

* Strives to fill vacant positions.

Treasurer

Overview--Responsible primarily for all financial aspects of HPSA, including compiance within the District's Parent Network.